August weather forecast
Dedham, MA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Dedham, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 80.4°F (26.9°C).

Temperature

August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) from July's 81.3°F (27.4°C). August nights experience a consistent temperature drop to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

In Dedham, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Dedham, in August, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dedham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 28.39" (721mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Dedham, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

Dedham in August has an average high-temperature of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Dedham?

In Dedham, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Dedham, during August, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Dedham, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Dedham, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dedham.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Dedham, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Dedham, MA

Average temperature in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Dedham, MA

Average pressure in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Dedham, MA

Average wind speed in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Dedham, MA

Average humidity in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Dedham, MA

Average rainfall in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in August
Dedham, MA

Average rainfall days in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Dedham, MA

Average snowfall in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Dedham, MA

Average snowfall days in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dedham, MA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dedham, MA

Average sunshine days in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Dedham, MA

Average UV index in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Dedham, MA

Average cloud cover in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Dedham, MA

Average visibility in August - Dedham, MA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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